The Weeknd's career began with anonymous music releases on YouTube, leading to his rise as a prominent R&B singer.
Anonymous Music Releases
2009
Tesfaye started releasing music anonymously on YouTube under the name 'xoxxxoooxo'.
First Known Works
2010
He uploaded songs like 'What You Need', 'Loft Music', and 'The Morning' to YouTube under the name 'The Weeknd'.
Mixtapes
2011
The Weeknd released three mixtapes: 'House of Balloons', 'Thursday', and 'Echoes of Silence', gaining recognition for his blend of contemporary and alternative R&B.
